What is the capacity of Huntington Bank Stadium?

Huntington Bank Stadium (formerly TCF Bank Stadium) holds 50,805 with expansion capability to 80,000. Opened in 2009, it was the first new Big Ten stadium since 1960 and first LEED-certified football stadium. It returned Gopher football to campus after 27 years at the Metrodome.

🏛️History

Origins

Built for $303.3M after the program played in the Metrodome from 1982-2008. Opened September 12, 2009 with a 20-13 win over Air Force—first on-campus game since 1981. Named TCF Bank Stadium until 2021 when Huntington acquired naming rights.

Major Renovations

2009Stadium opened with LEED Silver certification—first in football

2014Hosted Minnesota Vikings during U.S. Bank Stadium construction (2014-15)

2017Hosted Minnesota United FC during Allianz Field construction (2017-18)

Notable Moments

Nov 9, 2019#17 Minnesota upset #4 Penn State 31-26

Oct 5, 2024Gophers upset #11 USC

Nov 28, 2025Defeated #25 Nebraska

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

Sections 101-120 are closest to the field. The DQ Club and Securian Club offer premium amenities. The largest home locker room in college/pro football features 120 cherry-wood lockers. The 48x108 ft Daktronics scoreboard is the largest in college football-only stadiums.

Parking Tips

University lots require permit or day-of purchase. Park-and-ride from State Fair lots with shuttle. Street parking in Dinkytown and Stadium Village neighborhoods. Metro light rail Green Line stops at Stadium Village station—easy access from downtown Minneapolis.

Game Day

Coach Fleck's "Row the Boat" culture defines the experience. Watch for Paul Bunyan's Axe (Wisconsin) and Floyd of Rosedale (Iowa) trophy games. Ski-U-Mah is the official cheer. Minnesota has 7 national championships (most recent 1960). Stadium Village has great pre/post-game bars and restaurants.